Verstappen set for new big money Red Bull F1 contract

The respected newspaper De Telegraaf, which has close links to the Verstappen camp, suggested that the Dutch driver is ready to commit to a fresh deal that could be worth up to 50 million Euros per season.
Such a pay hike, off the back of his world championship success last year, would put him on a salary par with seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton who is committed to Mercedes until the end of …Keep reading

Russian-licensed drivers banned from British motorsport

Just one day after the FIA stopped short of following a recommendation from the International Olympic Committee to prevent Russia athletes from taking part in international events, Britain’s Motorsport UK has announced more draconian measures.
In a statement it announced that no Russian- or Belarusian-licensed teams, competitors or officials will be allowed to enter or participate in …Keep reading

Ferrari to hold fire on upgrades for Bahrain F1 test

The Maranello-based team had a hugely encouraging first test at Barcelona in Spain last week, with Carlos Sainz Jr and Charles Leclerc consistently near the top of the timesheets throughout the three-day session.
But while the new F1-75 looked to be in good shape compared to key rivals Mercedes and Red Bull, the situation could change significantly in Bahrain if, as is suggested, the other …Keep reading

FIA approves new debris fence system for Grade 1 circuits

Swiss company Geobrugg has used the latest technology to create a debris fence that is strong enough to allow greater gaps between the steel posts that hold the structure up.
The requirement for fewer posts will be a bonus for trackside spectators as it should offer greater visibility of the track action.
Most debris fences have a spacing of four metres between the steel posts, but this new …Keep reading

Vettel: Silence was no option amid shock of Russia’s Ukraine invasion

The German made it clear last week, just hours after Russia declared war on Ukraine, that he would boycott the Formula 1 race in Sochi this year even if it went ahead.
Vettel’s strong stance earned him high praise, and comes off the back of a year where he has been applauded for his push on environmental and social matters.
While other drivers were not as vocal in their stance about the …Keep reading